Hull Civic Society

Five sites, two ships and one Hull, making maritime matter. We are Yorkshire’s Maritime City! maritimehull.co.uk/projects #HullMaritime | @HeritageFundNOR

News! The South Blockhouse Project has been shortlisted for the Council of British Archaeology’s Archaeological Achievement Awards 2023, for the excellent community archaeology programme being delivered by Humber Field Archaeology. The winner will be announced on 24 November.

The next Street Food Night is a week today (27th July). Enjoy a wide range of hot food and drink, taking inspiration from all over the world, in the open-air setting of Zebedee’s Yard. More at loom.ly/dvU5TYw #MustBeHull

Live music begins this Saturday at @pearsonparkhull and will continue on 5th & 26th August. Grab a picnic and meet up in the park at the Bandstand, 1pm - 4pm! More details: loom.ly/MQIHdug #MustBeHull

Don't forget to join us on Wednesday for the last of the summer heritage talks series to go alongside the Back to Life festival. Dive into the fascinating history of graveyards in the 1800s. #Heritage #BackToLife #Church #Hull

WHITEFRIARGATE: Custom House, an unused former office building at the rear of 13-14 Whitefriargate, is set for a makeover after receiving grant awards of over £250,000. Plans are to create three, one-bed apartments. @Hullccnews #Hull #Whitefriargate thehullstory.com/allarticles/cu…

Hello! Blue Willow Heritage need your help! Hull's iconic cream phone boxes have Grade II listed status. Please complete the survey below, it will help to inform the long-term conservation plan for Hull and Yorkshire's history. forms.gle/UKyH6AX7ja3hEo… Thanks in advance.

“This exhibition will reconnect people with Hull’s fishing industry, with fascinating stories and many portraits.” Councillor Rob Pritchard, Hull City Council’s Portfolio Holder for Culture and Leisure. 📅 Wednesday - Saturday ⏰ 10.00am – 4.00pm 📍 HIP Gallery, Prospect Centre

Timely reminder that Hull is home to one of the world’s leading companies designing and manufacturing deep-diving pressure vessels. Mimir Marine has never had a technical failure on any of its hyperbaric chambers since launching in 2006. Love the vintage craft on display outside.

Here's the latest update from North End Shipyard! ⬇️ maritimehull.co.uk/whats-happenin…

Good morning Beautif-Hull : Queen's Dock at the western end. Where the Rosebowl is today. Dock Office on the left and you can see City Hall, top of Yorkshire Penny Bank and Prudential Assurance Building.

We will be there!

Mick Ronson passed away 30 years ago on 29.4.93 Here's how he's remembered around the city. #hull #yorkshire #travel #music #Bowie

The Humber as a UNESCO World Heritage Site? Not a bad idea.

A London opera ticket for £235? I'd rather go to Hull and back! mol.im/a/11953435 via @Femail

What do folk music, textiles, and Hull’s whaling history have in common? Find out at our FILM SCREENING & ARTIST TALK on 19 April. Ferens Art Gallery 1-3pm Book here: store.leeds.ac.uk/product-catalo…

Have you ever wondered what's behind the door of Trinity House? The next Trinity House tours takes place on 24th April, tickets available for 9:30am & 1pm tours. See rare artefacts which include nautical memorabilia, furniture & artworks. Book: loom.ly/Lh0wJT8 #MustBeHull

It's #EnglishTourismWeek23. To celebrate, each day we'll be showcasing our wonderful city - Hull. Today it's the great places to stay in the city, like the stunning Hull Marina. View our accommodation listing here loom.ly/oxkDZRE #MustBeHull

200 years ago this month John Bacchus Dykes was born. This Hull man wrote the tune for the world's most famous maritime hymn. 'Eternal Father Strong to Save' aka 'For Those in Peril on the Sea' is known and loved across the world, Now there is a Hull global maritime link to mark.

Good luck Josh! Come on everyone give him a sponsor. #samaritans